Articles Posted in the Local News Category

In Huntsville Police news, on the day shift last Friday a possibly known person stole a vehicle on I-45–several firearms were in the vehicle when it was stolen. Two vehicle burglaries were reported–one in the…

Walker County Master Gardeners spokesperson Brenda Lichtman talked with Commissioners at their Monday special session seeking support for an HGAC grant for a program in regard to the appropriate management of garden-related solid waste and…

Stage 1 Water Shortage Conditions–Voluntary Restrictions–were lifted in the city on October 18th due to the recent rainfall and the corresponding decrease in water consumption. The City of Huntsville Water Conservation and Drought Contingency Plan…

Walker County Commissioners considered approval of two HGAC grant applications on Monday. County Environmental Officer Robert Knight represented the Planning and Development Department for vacationing Andy Isbell . . . . HGAC#1-10-21-13 They are also…

EARLY VOTING began at 8:00 this morning for the November 5th General and Special Elections. There are several local entities holding a joint election including the Constitutional Amendment Election and the Local Option Election in…

Walker County Commissioners will meet for a special session this morning at nine at the Courthouse. Planning and Development Director Andy Isbell will discuss approval of H-GAC solid waste grant applications and a planting plan…

The new Hobby Lobby on Highway 30 in the old Wal Mart building will celebrate their grand opening at nine this morning. At Thursday night’s “State of the City” presentation by City Manager Matt Benoit,…

A big crowd turned out for Thursday night’s “State of the City” address hosted by the Chamber of Commerce at the Walker County Storm Shelter. City department representatives were on hand at booths to talk…